MANILA - Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared a national energy emergency on Tuesday, citing “imminent danger” to the country’s energy supply from escalating conflict in the Middle East.
The executive order activates government authority to ensure stable supply and distribution of fuel, food, medicine, and other essentials. It enables advance payments for petroleum contracts and coordinated crisis response under existing laws.
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin confirmed the Philippines holds about 45 days of fuel reserves and is securing an additional 1 million barrels from regional and international suppliers to bolster buffer stocks.
The emergency declaration lasts one year and responds to severe supply chain disruptions, oil price volatility, and threats to national energy security stemming from global market instability.